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A5 near Gobowen open again after crash

The A5 at Gobowen was closed in both directions this morning after a crash.

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The A5 was closed at Five Crosses Roundabout in Gobowen on Sunday

Police reported the A5 had been closed at Five Crosses Roundabout in Gobowen at about 9am on Sunday.

The closure was impacting traffic in both directions and diversions had been put in place.

Police were appealing for drivers to find an alternative route. The road was opened again by 11.35am.

National Highways said: "West Mercia Police are in attendance. Due to the nature of the incident the road is likely to remain closed for several hours."

According to traffic data, the incident occurred on the A5 between the B5069 (South Gobowen/Hospital Roundabout) and the B5009 Gobowen turn-off.

Police and ambulance services have been approached for further comment.